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Welcome to the Children's Museum of Manhattan!

Welcome to CMOM, NYC’s premier destination for interactive learning and play! Located on the Upper West Side, our engaging exhibits and programs inspire children ages 0-6 to explore arts, science, and culture through hands-on experiences. For over 50 years, CMOM has nurtured curiosity, creativity, and lifelong learning in a joyful, safe environment designed specifically for the development of young minds. Plan your family’s adventure today!

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Unlimited Access: Become a Member

The best way to experience CMOM? Becoming a Member! With one simple purchase, enjoy unlimited visits—and special perks including early access on the first Saturday of every month.

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Visit Us

Find all the details you need to know before your visit to CMOM—directions, special information, and admission rates. Get ready for a day of hands-on learning and play!

Plan Your Visit

Location

The Tisch Building
212 West 83rd Street
New York, NY 10024

General Hours

10 am – 5 pm
Tuesday – Sunday

Tickets

Buy online and save! Get your tickets in advance and enjoy $1 off—anytime, anywhere. On-site tickets are also available.

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Who We Are

CMOM sparks learning through play—both in our museum and beyond, reaching families in shelters, those impacted by incarceration, and communities across New York City.

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Education at CMOM

Through registered classes and school group experiences, CMOM brings museum learning to life.

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What's On This Week

Celebrate the opening of Dynamic H2O and Memorial Day Weekend at CMOM. Hands-on programming all long weekend!

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About CMOM

Founded in 1973 CMOM has grown over the years into a destination and resource for educators, parents, scholars, and families, from across the five boroughs and from around the world. CMOM is open to the public and welcomes 350,000 visitors including families, educators and scholars each year to its Upper West Side location and engages hundreds of thousands more through its outreach programs in partnership with schools, libraries, shelters, and Head Start centers throughout New York City; its touring exhibitions; and its online resources, research, tools, and curricula.